I still hate it because yeah I don't like trading Nylander! But he gets the cushy minutes and when he isn't scoring, he can be a useless floater. But yeah he's awesome and that's not why I'd consider trading him.
I'd trade him because he's their only piece that could possibly be part of a...
Every option on the table sucks balls. My favorite one is the least realistic, and that's to sign Marner and trade nylander for a #1 d that likely isn't even available. Even that option sucks balls. So I'll just sit back and bitch about whatever decision they make.
I mostly approve of the lesson that Edmonton is providing: lean into your strengths. Don't be a bitch organization forcing your players to be something they aren't.
I mean everyone but 1 person (1.5 if we count Jonas) knew that this has always been a lock so it's hard to be surprised to see that the raps are favorites here. Will be exciting when it's finally official.